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Choosing What Fits You the Best: A Comparison between electric scooters and electric bikes
The rise of electric mobility has revolutionized commuting in major cities. Personal
electric vehicles
, such as electric scooters and electric bikes, have emerged as popular alternatives to traditional modes of transportation. In this article, we will explore the advantages of electric scooters and compare them with electric bikes to help you make an informed decision. Whether you are looking for a convenient and portable option or seeking an eco-friendly and cost-effective mode of transport, we will delve into the key factors that differentiate these two vehicles.Portability and Storage Capacity
One crucial factor to consider when choosing between an electric scooter and an electric bike is driving convenience and storage capacity. If you live in a joint family setting in an urban area then you might want to go with a family vehicle suitable for every age group. Whereas, if you need a vehicle for your personal commute needs, like to go to the office or college you may give the first preference to looks and power.
Electric scooters are known for their compact design, lightweight construction, and age-friendliness making them an easy drive for everybody. For instance,
Ola S1 Air
weighs only 99kgs and can be effortlessly handled and can be driven smoothly between traffic. On the other hand, electric bikes like Tork Motors Kratos weigh 140kg and provide heavy stick-to-the-road driving. Electric bikes also offer larger frames and tires to accommodate the added weight of the battery and motor. Also, these larger frames provide a better fit to the large batteries as compared to the electric scooters making the bikes more power-packed.Moreover, electric scooters with much higher bootspace capacity as compared to electric bikes are considered more family-friendly. It means whenever you need anything from the market you don’t need to swing your bag on the handles, rather your baggage can rest in the large bootspace of the electric scooters. For example, on the one hand where Tork Kartos does not provide any bootspace the
Ola S1 pro
comes with 34 litres of storage capacity.Comfort and Convenience
When it comes to comfort and convenience, personal preferences play a significant role in choosing between an electric scooter and an electric bike.
Electric bikes, with their larger frames and tires, offer a more than enough comfortable riding experience for many individuals. The presence of full or partial suspension systems further enhances the smoothness of the ride, making them suitable for both urban streets and off-road trails. Moreover, electric bikes are more concerned with looks and power-packed performances rather than comfort and other family vehicle attributes. One can experience this in the
Revolt Motor RV 400
which can accelerate from 0-60kmph in just 5.5 seconds. Its 3.27kwh battery gives the vehicle a range of 150kms. However, the vehicle has a limited top speed of 85kmph which is comparatively less than the best electric scooters of OLA, Ather, TVS etc.While electric scooters provide more enhanced comfort and safety features they may fall weak against your bulky-looking rides. However, electric scooters with advanced features like hill hold, reverse mode, and cruise control gain an edge even over top electric bikes.
Speed and Range
The variable of speed and range has not much to do with the fact of opting for an electric scooter or bike. In fact, the battery capacity and the kerb weight of the vehicle are the major components of deciding the speed and range. Let’s understand this.
Generally, the electric bike comes with a 3.7kwhr battery, which is sufficient to give a claim range of 150kms, if the top speed is confined to a certain limit. However, if the top speed is pushed ahead, the consumption of the charge will be more and the range will be reduced. Similarly, if the kerb weight of the vehicle is less it will comparatively require less charge.
So, due to their high kerb-weight and heavy battery, electric bikes often come with an average required speed and good range. Whereas, electric scooters with the same battery capacity provide more than the bike counterpart. For example- Revolt 400 which requires a battery of 3.24kwhr provides a range of 150kms and can attain a topmost speed of 85km/hr. Whereas,
Ather 450X pro
with almost the same battery capacity(3.7kwh) provides the same range and can attain a topmost speed of 90km/hr. The increased battery in Ather is also justified by its high technology advanced features like fall-safe, tow and theft notifications, emergency stop signals and much more.Electric scooters excel in manoeuvrability and agility, allowing riders to navigate through traffic with ease. Their sleek design enables them to weave between cars and other vehicles, offering a faster alternative to bicycles. On the other hand, electric bikes are better suited for longer commutes and adventures, thanks to their bulky design. While electric scooters may have a sophisticated body, their lower centre of gravity provides a stable and safe riding experience in urban areas. Still confused about what will be the best fit for you? WhatsApp our EV Gurul at +91 8780772948 and bring your personal EV buying guide on your fingertips, that too without any cost with